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The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

1KHO 302: College Isn’t for Everyone: How to Learn and Earn With or Without a Degree | Hannah Maruyama, The Degree Free Podcast

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

Ginny Yurich

Parenting, Kids & Family

4.91.8K Ratings

🗓️ 21 June 2024

⏱️ 48 minutes

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Summary

Co-host of the incredible Degree Free Podcast Hannah Maruyama joins us to explore different paths to success in life, with or without a college degree. Hannah shares her journey of "breaking out" of college, finding work that defies traditional expectations, and navigating the job market with strategic, passion-driven choices. We discuss the pitfalls of student debt, the realities of today’s job market, and why the first years after high school are critical for taking calculated risks. Discover some of the hidden costs of higher education as well as practical advice for pursuing work that aligns with your life goals. Tune in to learn why following your passion should come after securing financial stability and how paid apprenticeships can offer a promising alternative to a conventional college education. This episode is packed with insights for parents and young adults alike, challenging the status quo and offering a fresh perspective on building a successful future. ** Check out The Degree Free Podcast here (or wherever you listen to your podcasts) >> https://degreefree.co/podcast/ Preorder the Career Path Workbook here >> https://degreefree.co/otheroptions/ Check out The Degree Free Launch Program here >> degreefree.co/launch ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0

Hey friends, welcome back to the 1,000 hours outside podcast. Today we're diving into a topic that's close to my heart, postgraduate success.

0:08.0

This episode covers both post high school graduation and post college graduation if that's a route your child

0:13.8

ends up taking. I hope that this episode, amongst many other things,

0:17.2

reassures you that loads of childhood outdoor play is never an impediment to

0:22.1

lifelong success but rather a key component to it.

0:25.0

A childhood filled with play fosters resilience, creativity, and grit.

0:29.0

Before we jump in I want to remind you about my latest book until the streetlights come on.

0:34.6

It's all about the importance of play and how it not only makes your life better today, but

0:38.9

it also prepares your kids for the challenges of adulthood.

0:42.3

If you haven't checked it out yet, you can find it wherever books are sold.

0:45.6

Your support means the world to me.

0:47.6

With over 1900 reviews between Amazon and Goodreads, I know you're going to love it.

0:52.4

The reviews say things like it is insightful, practical, and

0:55.1

comforting, full of sincerity and wit. It's a great read that will touch your heart, teach

0:59.5

you lots, and make you laugh. And speaking of support, if you enjoy this podcast and or the book

1:04.4

please consider leaving a five-star review I do everything for the show from start to

1:08.5

finish and your reviews help others find and enjoy the podcast and the book as well. Thank you so much. And without

1:15.2

further ado, here's Hannah.

1:17.0

Welcome to the One Thousand Hours Outside Podcast. My name is Ginny Yurich, I'm the founder of

1:21.2

1,000 Hours Outside, and I have a guest I'm so excited about today.

1:24.8

Hannah Maruyama, Hannah, Hannah, I'm gonna have to go back and edit, Hannah,

1:30.8

Hannah Marryama.

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